Pacing Tools for Running

Pace is the speed at which you run a certain distance, usually measured in minutes per mile or kilometer

You can measure your pace manually by measuring the time over a known distance and then dividing it by the distance covered. For example, if you ran 1 kilometer in 5 minutes, your pace for this section would be 5:00 min/km. Alternatively, many modern smartwatches and fitness trackers also display your current pace while running.

The Pace Calculator can help you prepare for an upcoming run by telling you exactly how fast you need to run to achieve your desired finish time. Planning a race in this way has several advantages:

• Set realistic goals: Once you have entered your target distance and desired time, you can see the average pace required to reach your target time. Compare this with your training pace to see if your target time is realistic.
• Save energy: Strategic pacing at the start of a race conserves energy reserves and allows you to maintain a steady pace throughout the race.
• Adjust effort: As long as your average pace during the race is on target, you can adjust your speed as needed to account for hills, wind or other factors.